Job summaryWe are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our well integrated team. This is a substantive post in paediatric haematology with responsibilities in caring for children with malignant as well as non-malignant haematological disorders. The Great North Children's Hospital provides specialist paediatric haematology service across a large area encompassing the North East and North West of England, with most of the care being delivered centrally.
Newcastle is a Principal Treatment Centre (PTC) for paediatric malignant haematology, as well as the regional non-malignant haematology and haemoglobinopathy centre with a designated Specialist Haemoglobinopathy Team. It is a high prevalence area for sickle cell disorder with a sickle newborn screening programme. Over the last five years, there has been a rapid growth in haemoglobinopathy patients within the region and referrals are continuing to rise requiring significant development of the service.
Main duties of the jobThe post will help to develop the regional paediatric haematology service after centralisation of services into one department based in the Great North Children's Hospital. This follows expansion of patient numbers and will allow consolidation of consultant areas of interest both in malignant and non-malignant haematology.
Haemostasis and Thrombosis services are provided by the adult haematology team in Royal Victoria Infirmary and are not included in the paediatric haematology service.
About usFor an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact: Dr Wing Roberts on +44 191 2829421 or via email at wingroberts@nhs.net or Dr Puru Ramachandran on +44 191 2826756 or via email at purushotham.ramachandran@nhs.netDetailsDate posted06 November 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number317-CON-26-270Job locationsRoyal Victoria InfirmaryNewcastle upon TyneNE1 4LPUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilities1. Malignant haematology This could include clinical care of patients with leukaemia and lymphoma treated at the Primary Treatment Centre at GNCH. The exact clinical role would be dependent on the applicants experience and interest. 2. Non-malignant haematology: The non-malignant haematology service includes the regional Specialist Haemoglobinopathy Team caring for patients with thalassaemia and sickle cell disorders. It also has responsibilities for patients with non-malignant haematological disorders such as rare inherited anaemias or cytopenias.
Job description
Job responsibilities1. Malignant haematology This could include clinical care of patients with leukaemia and lymphoma treated at the Primary Treatment Centre at GNCH. The exact clinical role would be dependent on the applicants experience and interest. 2. Non-malignant haematology: The non-malignant haematology service includes the regional Specialist Haemoglobinopathy Team caring for patients with thalassaemia and sickle cell disorders. It also has responsibilities for patients with non-malignant haematological disorders such as rare inherited anaemias or cytopenias.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
EssentialPrimary Medical Qualification. Full GMC Registration. Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months from the date of the AAC).Special skills and training in Paediatric Haematology. A minimum of 12 months' experience in paediatric haematology (applicants without MRCPCH are recommended to have a minimum of 2 years paediatric haematology experience).DesirableHigher Degree. FRCPath or equivalent
Clinical Experience
EssentialWide experience of clinical and laboratory haematology. Specific experience and interest in Paediatric Haematology. Paediatric Haematology training in a recognised training centre. Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of children with haematological illness referred to a tertiary centre. Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion in children with haematological illness.
Management and Administration Experience
EssentialInvolvement with management and project leadership within the specialty. Evidence of involvement in authoring or reviewing clinical guidelines. An understanding of Clinical Governance. DesirableProven management and administrative experience and understanding of management goals. Evidence of leadership / project management. Evidence of having implemented change. Experience in developing and implementing new technologies.
Teaching
EssentialExperience of supervising junior medical staff. Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills. DesirableAttendance at courses to develop teaching skills. Postgraduate qualification in medical education.
Research
EssentialEvidence of involvement in and understanding of research methodology and publication of findings. Research/critical review of literature. DesirableHigher degree. Peer reviewed publications in Haematology or other relevant journalsPublications in the last two years as first or senior author.
Audit
EssentialEvidence of participation in audit. DesirableEvidence of having changed practice as a result of audit. Evidence of having revisited the audit to assess improvement.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
EssentialPrimary Medical Qualification. Full GMC Registration. Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months from the date of the AAC).Special skills and training in Paediatric Haematology. A minimum of 12 months' experience in paediatric haematology (applicants without MRCPCH are recommended to have a minimum of 2 years paediatric haematology experience).DesirableHigher Degree. FRCPath or equivalent
Clinical Experience
EssentialWide experience of clinical and laboratory haematology. Specific experience and interest in Paediatric Haematology. Paediatric Haematology training in a recognised training centre. Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of children with haematological illness referred to a tertiary centre. Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion in children with haematological illness.
Management and Administration Experience
EssentialInvolvement with management and project leadership within the specialty. Evidence of involvement in authoring or reviewing clinical guidelines. An understanding of Clinical Governance. DesirableProven management and administrative experience and understanding of management goals. Evidence of leadership / project management. Evidence of having implemented change. Experience in developing and implementing new technologies.
Teaching
EssentialExperience of supervising junior medical staff. Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills. DesirableAttendance at courses to develop teaching skills. Postgraduate qualification in medical education.
Research
EssentialEvidence of involvement in and understanding of research methodology and publication of findings. Research/critical review of literature. DesirableHigher degree. Peer reviewed publications in Haematology or other relevant journalsPublications in the last two years as first or senior author.
Audit
EssentialEvidence of participation in audit.
DesirableEvidence of having changed practice as a result of audit.
Evidence of having revisited the audit to assess improvement.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameThe Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Victoria InfirmaryNewcastle upon TyneNE1 4LPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameThe Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Victoria InfirmaryNewcastle upon TyneNE1 4LPUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Consultant Paediatric Haematologist in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
